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How My Autistic Kid Found Accessible Adventure—and Yours Can, Too

In our new series “Traveling on the Spectrum,” one family learns you don’t have to push pause on outdoor activities, thanks to U.S. adaptive recreation organizations.

July 7, 2023 10:26 AM

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Melinda Fulmer

An Insider’s Guide to Little Tokyo, Los Angeles

History + Culture

This L.A. Neighborhood Transports You to Japan—No Flight Required

There are only only three Japantowns left in the U.S. Head to Los Angeles and you’ll find one of them.

May 1, 2025 02:52 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Air Travel News

New First-Class Seats Are Coming to British Airways Flights—Here’s a First Look

The fancy new extra-wide first-class pods will feature ottomans that double as guest seats, cinema lighting, and individual closets, among other bells and whistles.

December 4, 2024 06:24 PM

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Bailey Berg

Cities We Love

Why You Should Go to San Francisco This Winter

These exciting festivals, restaurant openings, and local delicacies are several compelling reasons to visit the Bay Area this season.

January 24, 2019 12:14 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Cape Town, South Africa, City, Buildings, Table Mountain

Where to Go in Fall

10 Best Places to Travel in November

November is for late harvest festivals and early holiday markets.

September 29, 2025 01:46 PM

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Mark Ellwood

What to Know if You Travel to a Muslim Country During Ramadan

History + Culture

5 Tips for Traveling in a Muslim-Majority Country During Ramadan

Daily life slows down a bit, but traveling to a Muslim country during Ramadan allows you to be charitable, meet gracious locals, and taste some seriously good food.

March 11, 2024 12:27 PM

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Brooke Vaughan

The Caribbeean sea, a strip of white sand, a forest of trees and then another strip of water and trees, all beneath a blue sky

If you missed the opportunity to catch the total eclipse over the United States in April, you’ll soon have the chance to catch an exciting “ring of fire” eclipse. Here’s what to know.

August 29, 2024 03:39 PM

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Bailey Berg

Road Trips

A Puerto Rico Road Trip That Puts Indigenous Culture First

Those wanting to experience a deeper, lesser-known side of Puerto Rico should consider a self-guided road trip along the Taino Route.

June 9, 2023 06:01 PM

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Jen Ruiz

Summer 2022

What Chinatown Means to America—and to Me

In the wake of a nationwide surge of anti-Asian hate crimes, writer Bonnie Tsui reflects on the resiliency of Chinatowns.

September 13, 2022 03:37 PM

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Bonnie Tsui

Two people reading a map in Greece with two suitcases in front of them

Packing Tips + Gear

Save up to $100 on Luggage During Away’s Black Friday Sale

For the first time ever, Away is offering discounts on every single color, size, and type of suitcase it sells.

November 10, 2022 03:56 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

International Beaches

Mexico’s Secret Caribbean Coast

From laid-back beach towns to Maya sites, travelers are discovering all that the Grand Costa Maya offers

Sponsored by Mexican Caribbean

A white and brown medium-sized fluffy dog sits on some turf in front of a staircase leading to a charter plane

Air Travel News

Bark Air, the Charter Service for Dog Owners, Now Offers Pet-Friendly Itineraries and Global Travel Support

A new standalone concierge service, available for a fee, includes help with paperwork needed to fly, arranging dog chaperones, and crafting fur baby–friendly travel guides.

August 14, 2025 01:34 PM

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Chris Dong

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Tourists Return to Hawai‘i Amid New Pandemic Rules

Visitors who test negative for COVID-19 within 72 hours of their arrival no longer have to quarantine.

October 16, 2020 12:53 PM

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Associated Press (AP)

Water Sports

The Best Costa Rica Surf Camps for Every Type of Surfer

Warm water, year-round waves, and Costa Rica’s relaxed “pura vida” spirit have made this Central American country one of the most popular surf destinations in the world.

August 9, 2023 01:58 PM

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Deb Hopewell

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